• World Cup fever is about to hit Arlington bars hard. Local soccer spots expect packed houses as the tournament kicks off. Get ready for early crowds and big energy. More from WTOP
• A federal summer food program for families with kids is back. Virginia families can tap into this seasonal support as schools let out. Check eligibility and how to sign up. Details from WTOP

• Fairfax County leaders clash with Richmond over the stalled state budget. Supervisors say the impasse disrupts local planning and services. Chairman Jeff McKay calls the situation "not trivial" and urges action. Read more at FFXnow
• Alexandria weighs a major redevelopment at the old Old Town power plant. The city is considering plans for new housing and parks on the site. Public input is underway as officials debate the future of the riverfront. Coverage from WTOP

• Springfield crash kills one and injures two. A single-vehicle accident on Tuesday afternoon left one dead and sent two others to the hospital. Police are investigating the cause. Full story at WTOP
• Two men arrested after dumping gas and oil into Arlington storm drains. Police say the suspects intentionally released hazardous materials into the stormwater system. Both face environmental charges. Details from ARLnow

• Another Broken Egg Cafe sets its Loudoun opening date. The breakfast and brunch chain will open its first area location in Ashburn's Bram Quarter on June 22. Expect a Southern-inspired menu and early crowds. More at The Burn
• Road Runner Sports is relocating in Loudoun County. The specialty running store has closed its Sugarland Crossing spot while it moves to a new location. Reopening details are coming soon. Update from The Burn
• Korean BBQ and hot pot chain KPOT lands in South Alex. The new restaurant brings a "cookout" vibe to the Penn Daw area, joining the region's growing hot pot scene. Preview at FFXnow

• Yorktown senior Kaiya Ovando wins a state discus title, then catches in the softball final, on the same day. ARLnow
• Biryani Grill is expanding again in Loudoun. The Burn
• DMV Chocolate & Coffee Festival finds new venues after leaving Dulles Expo Center. FFXnow

NoVA is buzzing with summer energy: World Cup watch parties, new restaurants, and local politics all heating up. Everyone's juggling fun and frustration as big decisions and bigger crowds roll in.

See you tomorrow.
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